Economic Development Grants

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 294 Economic Development Grants — 67 open right now, across 96 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $259.23M. The next application deadline is July 17, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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294total grants
67open now
96agencies
$1K–$259.23Mfunding range
Jul 17next deadline
CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

TechAccess: AI-Ready America

TechAccess: AI‑Ready America is a national-scale initiative to accelerate Artificial Intelligence (AI) readiness and adoption across the U.S. by strengthening coordination, leveraging partnerships and resources, filling…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.070 ⏰ Jul 16, 2026 💰 $3,000,000 – $4,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

National Research Center for Promoting Work and Strong Families

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) anticipates soliciting applications for a National Research Center for Promoting Work and Strong Families.The Center aims to improve the…

🏛 Administration for Children and Families - OFA 📋 CFDA 93.575 ⏰ Jul 16, 2026 💰 $1,200,000 – $1,500,000
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CLOSING SOON 1 day left Hard to apply

Community Economic Development Projects

The Office of Community Services (OCS) will award approximately $18.57 million in Community Economic Development (CED) discretionary funds to Community Development Corporations (CDC) to enhance job…

🏛 Administration for Children and Families - OCS 📋 CFDA 93.570 ⏰ Jul 17, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $800,000
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CLOSING SOON 7 days left Hard to apply

FY 2026 Community Solutions Program

The Global Leaders Division in the Office of Citizen Exchanges at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) seeks proposals for…

🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.415 ⏰ Jul 23, 2026 💰 $3,000,000 – $3,000,000
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OPEN 8 days left Hard to apply

BIA-IBIP-OIED-2026

On October 20, 2020, Congress enacted the Native American Business Incubators Program Act, Pub. L. 116-174, codified at 25 U.S.C. 5801 et seq. In the Act,…

🏛 Bureau of Indian Affairs 📋 CFDA 15.032 ⏰ Jul 24, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $400,000
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OPEN 8 days left Hard to apply

Unleashing Tribal Energy Development

DE-FOA-0003548: Unleashing Tribal Energy Development Under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the DOE Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs is soliciting applications to advance…

🏛 Golden Field Office 📋 CFDA 81.087 ⏰ Jul 24, 2026 💰 $250,000 – $7,500,000
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OPEN 15 days left Moderate to apply

2026 Consolidated Funding Application (CFA)

2026 Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the Empire State Development. Total program funding is approximately $380,600,000. Eligible applicants:…

🏛 Empire State Development ⏰ Jul 31, 2026
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OPEN 15 days left Hard to apply

CDBG 2024 Disaster Recovery – Buyout

Purpose This grant program is designed to help local jurisdictions move forward with critical infrastructure and recovery efforts following a disaster. FEMA requires state and local…

🏛 Iowa Economic Development Authority ⏰ Jul 31, 2026
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OPEN 15 days left Hard to apply

Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF)

The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $3,000,000
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OPEN 17 days left Hard to apply

Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia

The program within SCA will aim to deploy American AI technology securely in U.S. partners’ strategic economic sectors and infrastructure.  The specific strategic economic sector(s) and organizations (including government, public institutions like utilities, and…

🏛 Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.108 ⏰ Aug 2, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $5,000,000
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OPEN 17 days left Hard to apply

Economic Advancement Grants for Local Empowerment (EAGLE)

The Administration for Native Americans anticipates announcing the availability of funds and requesting applications for EAGLE: Economic Advancement Grants for Local Empowerment, supporting socioeconomic and cultural…

🏛 Administration for Children and Families - ANA 📋 CFDA 93.612 ⏰ Aug 2, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many economic development grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 294 economic development grants, of which 67 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is July 17, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for economic development grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but economic development grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Small Business (SBA-defined), Public Authority and Tribal Nation. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $259.23M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse economic development grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Economic Development grants

Economic development grants support initiatives that strengthen communities, create jobs, and build sustainable prosperity. With 294 active grants in this category, you'll find funding from the Department of Commerce, Employment and Training Administration, and Agricultural Marketing Service, among others. These programs target business expansion, workforce development, and regional growth across diverse sectors.

Most awards range from $150,000 to $868,000, with competitive applications dominating the landscape. State governments, nonprofits, and 501(c)(3) public charities are typical recipients, often receiving support for programs, capacity building, and technical assistance. Many grants prioritize low-income and rural communities. Filtering by demographic focus and award size helps identify the best-fit opportunities for your organization.